Lactation Consultation information (click here for postpartum doula information)

I am happy to offer lactation and postpartum support, including phone consultations and home visits. Contact me if you are in need of lactation and/or postpartum support for a free 10 minute consultation and we can discuss different options together. 

Call for help and information now                                                                  
512.642.3071 (office) or 845.745.0012 (cell)

Lactation Intake Form -- please note that not all fields are mandatory. If you have completed all of the information that is relevant, please select "Ignore" in order to continue. If you have any difficulties, please call or email. 

Initial In-home Lactation Consultation*
  • Typical visit lasts 1-2 hours
  • Includes follow-up phone and email support for 2 weeks
  • Detailed history
  • Assist with positioning and latch
  • Observation of a feed
  • Assessment of the child's oral anatomy & suck
  • Evaluation of milk transfer
  • Pre/post weight as indicated
  • Investigate cause(s) of issues
  • Provide education and support for newborn and baby care

Follow-Up In-home Consultation
  • Established clients only

Prenatal Consultation
May include the following (each consultation is customized):​
  • Learn about breast/human milk, anatomy, and how your body produces milk
  • Positioning techniques and tricks & the secrets to a great latch
  • What to expect the first few days and weeks
  • How to know that your baby is getting enough milk
  • How to work your pump and choose the right size flange
  • Learn the importance of skin-to-skin and the hours after birth
  • Baby bathing and hygiene care
  • Safe infant sleep

Packages
Postpartum Doula Package - This package includes an extended lactation consultation encompassing two+ feedings and doula work in-between. (5 hours of support in one day)

Prenatal Package - includes one prenatal lactation consultation and one lactation consultation after the baby arrives.

Back-to-work Package - includes one initial lactation consultation and one back-to-work consultation.

Full Package - includes one prenatal lactation consultation, one lactation consultation after the baby arrives, and one follow-up consultation or back-to-work/weaning consultation. 

Additional packages are also available, just ask!

Payment
Full payment is due at the time of service. Cash and personal check accepted. And now taking credit and FSA cards (local wi-fi needed in order to process)! 

I am happy to provide you with a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. 

HIPAA Privacy Practices

Check out this link from the National Women's Law Center that can explain more about your coverage as a breastfeeding mother under the health care law.  

From Best for Babes: Are Lactation Consultants Too Pricey? 

Breaking Down the Price of IBCLC Home Visits 

*higher fees may apply for extra travel, triplets, and holiday/weekends/emergency visits.

Call for lactation and postpartum support now -- 512.642.3071 (office) 845.745.0012 (cell)

First Light Lactation LLC ~ Karin Ali, IBCLC, PPD